
How “Happy Birthday” Turned Hotter Than July Into a Campaign for the Martin Luther King Holiday
Stevie Wonder's Hotter Than July blends funk, ballads, and protest—including the MLK anthem Happy Birthday. A classic album at peak power, 9/10.


Stevie Wonder's Hotter Than July blends funk, ballads, and protest—including the MLK anthem Happy Birthday. A classic album at peak power, 9/10.

Stevie Wonder's 1968 album For Once in My Life balances Motown hits with filler, offering a glimpse of his future genius. A 6/10 review.

Reviewing Stevie Wonder's 1963 album 'With a Song in My Heart' — a fascinating failure as Motown tried to turn a 13-year-old prodigy into a supper-club crooner.

Stevie Wonder's 1972 album Music of My Mind broke the Motown mold with synth-driven, one-man-band ambition. A landmark record reviewed.

Stevie Wonder's 1985 pop album In Square Circle is a polished, minor work from a major artist — with the standout ballad 'Overjoyed' and a few solid grooves.

Stevie Wonder's 1972 album Talking Book blends synth innovation with soulful warmth. We rank its tracks and explain why it's a masterpiece of creative freedom.

Stevie Wonder's 1970 album Signed, Sealed & Delivered marks his creative leap from Motown child star to visionary artist, with raw soul and social awareness.

Stevie Wonder's Up-Tight (Everything's Alright) review: a pop-soul classic capturing his transition from prodigy to force, with sharp hooks and tight playing.

Stevie Wonder's 1967 cash-in album I Was Made to Love Her pairs a timeless hit with filler covers. A snapshot of a prodigy before his breakthrough.

Stevie Wonder's 1987 solo album 'Characters' is a flawed, ambitious statement. Read our track-by-track review, from the classic 'Skeletons' to the filler.
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